Spring Break Reading?

It's here and I'm sure welcomed by everyone!  Spring break is a great time to relax, rejuvenate, and reflect in preparation for assessment season and a strong finish to the end of the school year.  There are still a lot of instructional minutes left and daily opportunities to continue to make a difference for our students and prepare them for an ever-changing world!   I'm so thankful and proud of our GIPS staff and how hard everyone is working to impact our most precious asset, our students!

I recently came across a blog article from Mindsteps about expectations and I thought I would share it with you, maybe for some light reading while you are relaxing over the break. :) The title captured my interest, "Do High Standards Equal High Expectations?".  So, in thinking about the break and reflecting on my own goals, I thought it was worth the read.  During walks and visiting with teachers and other educators, I hear the language "high standards", "high expectations" and never really thought about the difference.  This blog caused me to reflect on how I use these words and how I think about students and possible biases I might have that impact my own expectations. 

Just an opportunity for me to continue to grow in my own practice and leadership. I hope you take the time to read and engage in conversations with others about the content. 

Wishing you all a happy, safe, and relaxing break!